Foot or ankle pain can negatively affect your day-to-day life and can occur due to several different conditions. Pain can also be an indicator of a more serious underlying condition, which is why you should seek professional help as soon as you notice any abnormalities in your feet.
Countless Americans utilize the treadmill everyday as a way for them to burn their daily calories. Individuals can use the treadmill to run, jog, or simply walk. This versatility adds to the appeal of the treadmill. However, if an individual is not careful, the use of the treadmill may potentially put your feet at risk of developing an injury. For example, if an individual is not running, jogging, or walking with proper form, they could endure foot pain and/or a foot condition. These can also occur if an individual misuses the treadmill by perhaps setting the treadmill to an inappropriate incline and speed. If you are someone that frequently relies on the treadmill to get your daily dose of exercise, it is highly suggested that you contact a podiatrist who will be able to offer you individualized care and advice.
Sports related foot and ankle injuries require proper treatment before players can go back to their regular routines. For more information, contact Jeffrey Radack, DPM of Texas Regional Foot & Ankle Clinics. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.
Sports Related Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot and ankle injuries are a common occurrence when it comes to athletes of any sport. While many athletes dismiss the initial aches and pains, the truth is that ignoring potential foot and ankle injuries can lead to serious problems. As athletes continue to place pressure and strain the area further, a mild injury can turn into something as serious as a rupture and may lead to a permanent disability. There are many factors that contribute to sports related foot and ankle injuries, which include failure to warm up properly, not providing support or wearing bad footwear. Common injuries and conditions athletes face, including:
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciosis
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Rupture
Ankle Sprains
Sports related injuries are commonly treated using the RICE method. This includes rest, applying ice to the injured area, compression and elevating the ankle. More serious sprains and injuries may require surgery, which could include arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery. Rehabilitation and therapy may also be required in order to get any recovering athlete to become fully functional again. Any unusual aches and pains an athlete sustains must be evaluated by a licensed, reputable medical professional.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in McKinney and Coppell, TX. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
A stress fracture in the foot essentially occurs when microdamage accumulates and the bones develop small breaks. If you are an athlete or a runner, then you might be particularly interested in preventing the onset of a stress fracture in the foot. There are certain factors that might put athletes at an increased risk of developing stress fractures of some kind. For example, if an athlete has a particularly high running mileage or especially if they are wearing inappropriate footwear, then a stress fracture might be more likely. Also, other risk factors for runners and athletes include training errors and leg length discrepancies. If you are someone that runs frequently and are concerned about developing a stress fracture, it is suggested that you contact a podiatrist.
Activities where too much pressure is put on the feet can cause stress fractures. To learn more, contact Jeffrey Radack, DPM from Texas Regional Foot & Ankle Clinics. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep your pain free and on your feet.
Dealing with Stress Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
Stress fractures occur in the foot and ankle when muscles in these areas weaken from too much or too little use. The feet and ankles then lose support when walking or running from the impact of the ground. Since there is no protection, the bones receive the full impact of each step. Stress on the feet can cause cracks to form in the bones, thus creating stress fractures.
What Are Stress Fractures?
Stress fractures occur frequently in individuals whose daily activities cause great impact on the feet and ankles. Stress factors are most common among:
Runners
People affected with Osteoporosis
Tennis or basketball players
Gymnasts
High impact workouts
Symptoms
Pain from the fractures occur in the area of the fractures and can be constant or intermittent. It will often cause sharp or dull pain with swelling and tenderness. Engaging in any kind of activity which involves high impact will aggravate pain.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in McKinney and Coppell, TX. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
Two common causes of heel pain are plantar fasciitis and heel spurs. Each foot has 28 bones, 30 joints, and more than 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons. All of these structures work in tandem to provide weight-bearing and forward movement. The heel bone, or calcaneus, is the largest bone in the foot, and is a common site for injury as a result of walking style, or gait. Plantar fasciitis is caused by microtears in the connective tissue under the foot. This is typically caused by overstretching and can produce pain in the heel and arch areas of the foot. Pain is often worse in the morning when the first steps are taken. A heel spur is a bony overgrowth on the heel that can cause severe pain while standing or walking. Heel spurs can be common among those with plantar fasciitis. For a proper diagnosis and treatment of your heel pain, it is suggested that you consult with a podiatrist.
Heel pain is often associated with plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a band of tissues that extends along the bottom of the foot. A rip or tear in this ligament can cause inflammation of the tissue.
Achilles tendonitis is another cause of heel pain. Inflammation of the Achilles tendon will cause pain from fractures and muscle tearing. Lack of flexibility is also another symptom.
Heel spurs are another cause of pain. When the tissues of the plantar fascia undergo a great deal of stress, it can lead to ligament separation from the heel bone, causing heel spurs.
Why Might Heel Pain Occur?
Wearing ill-fitting shoes
Wearing non-supportive shoes
Weight change
Excessive running
Treatments
Heel pain should be treated as soon as possible for immediate results. Keeping your feet in a stress-free environment will help. If you suffer from Achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis, applying ice will reduce the swelling. Stretching before an exercise like running will help the muscles. Using all these tips will help make heel pain a condition of the past.
If you have any questions please contact our office located in McKinney and Coppell, TX. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
